Fisker Automotive and China Grand Automotive Group to Bring Premium Electric Vehicles to China
This partnership with CGA brings to five the number of Fisker importers developing retail networks for its vehicles.
AkzoNobel Offers e-Print Service for Acoat Members
According to AkzoNobel, Acoat selected e-Print is a new innovation in literature design and production that enables businesses to better navigate many of the logistical barriers that exist in developing promotional materials.
Phyzix Automotive Launches Virtual Training as Part of NASCAR Agreement
The site features NASCAR talent Ray Dunlap and Shannon Wiseman, as well as industry veteran Jeff Cowan of Jeff Cowan’s Pro Talk. The university allows automotive technicians direct access to leading industry training 24/7 without the cost and interruption to business that travel incurs.
I-CAR Names New CEO
John Van Alstyne brings 25 years of automotive industry experience and a breadth of knowledge, having previously worked for an electric vehicle OEM, global Tier One supplier, a leading provider of engineering and strategic consulting services to the industry and in the automotive aftermarket. He also worked in the area of special metals, dealing with issues of metal joining and welding.
Chevy Volts On the Way to Dealerships
First customers should get their extended-range electric cars within days, the automaker says. These are the first of an expected 160 vehicles to be shipped this week.
The Top 10 Manufacturing Stories of 2010
This week, the editorial staff of aftermarketNews (AMN) is pleased to present the seventh annual AMN Year in Review series. We will take a look back at what you, our loyal readers, found to be the most compelling and important news stories, interviews and articles of the past year. Results are based purely on viewership,
Dana Breaks Ground on $20 Million Technical Center in Pune, India
The new Dana India Technical Center will provide full, in-region engineering, testing and analysis capability for local markets.
The Pulse: Average Invoice Total at Independent Repair Shops
New research from IMR Inc. shows that the average amount for repair orders (ROs) at independent repair shops has dropped over the past three years.
TI Automotive to Produce Fuel Tank Systems in Mexico
The new facility will produce low-emission and lightweight blow-molded plastic fuel tank systems for Nissan vehicles.
Cummins Plans First Manufacturing Site in Turkey
Filtration, alternator plants to serve Europe, Middle East and Africa.